Updated on September 13, 11:30 a.m. (GMT+8): Improved relevancy.

Get ready to dive back into the virtual world with the Shangri-La Frontier season 2 release date fast approaching.

Japanese animation studio C2C announced on September 13, 2024, that Shangri-La Frontier season 2 will be part of their Fall 2024 anime lineup.

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Based on the manga by Ryosuke Fuji and directed by Toshiyuki Kubooka, Shangri-La Frontier follows the journey of high school student Rakurou Hizutome, also known as Sunraku, in the gaming world.

What is Shangri-La Frontier?

Shangri-La Frontier main protagonist Sunraku facing off against a giant black wolf in season 1 of the anime
Credit: C2C

Shangri-La Frontier is a Japanese web novel series written by Katarina. It first appeared on the novel publishing site Shosetsuka ni Naro in May 2017.

The series was later adapted into a manga, illustrated by Ryosuke Fuji, and has been serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine since July 15, 2020.

An anime adaptation produced by C2C aired its first season from October 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, spanning 25 episodes.

Shangri-La Frontier season 1 recap

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In the intense virtual reality game Shangri-La Frontier, Rokuro Hizutome, a talented “bug buster,” embarks on a perilous quest as his in-game avatar, Sunraku. Along the way, he faces powerful enemies and overcomes numerous challenges while teaming up with companions like Emul, a mischievous rabbit, and other allies.

In season 1, Sunraku acquires the Mark of Lycagon, a curse stemming from his battle with Lycagon, one of the game’s strongest creatures.

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While the curse weakens Sunraku, it also grants him special abilities and potential, becoming a crucial element in his growth. The Mark influences his journey, shaping his decisions and strategies.

The season culminates in an epic showdown with Wethermon, the Tomb Guard. Through careful teamwork and Sunraku’s unique abilities, the group triumphs, unlocking new mysteries and paving the way for more adventures in the vast, treacherous world of Shangri-La Frontier.

Shangri-La Frontier season 2 release date

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The Shangri-La Frontier season 2 release date is on October 13, 2024, at 1 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).

The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.

SHANGRI-LA FRONTIER SEASON 2 EPISODE 1 RELEASE DATE TIME ZONESOCTOBER 13, 2024, TIME
JST (Japanese Standard Time)5 p.m.
GMT+84 p.m.
ET (Eastern Time)4 a.m.
CT (Central Time)3 a.m.
GMT (Western European Time)8 a.m.
CET (Central European Time)3 a.m.
IST (Indian Standard Time)1:30 p.m.

Where to watch Shangri-La Frontier season 2?

Shangri-La Frontier main protagonist Sunraku and supporting character Emul looking over the virtual world
Credit: C2C

Shangri-La Frontier season 2 is expected to release on the following platforms:

Availability may differ depending on your region.

Watch the season 2 trailer below.

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